1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Coupe Coupe

327/300 Horsepower

4 Speed Manual

194375S121404

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You are bidding on an exceptionally nice, and original 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, with 41,300 documented original miles This car retains the correct matching number optional 300HP engine. Factory options include a four speed transmission and an AM/FM Radio, and unlike many Corvettes, this one is a trim-tag-correct Red/Black car! New reproduction knock off wheels, and new gold line tires have been added. Produced on July 2, 1965, this Coupe was sold new at Lange and Runkle in Redlands California, where it spent most of its like until about 12 years ago when it went to Arizona, and then Texas before I acquired in and brought it to Ohio this year. Needless to say, the frame, and all the areas of concern on most Vettes in areas outside of the salt belt of are ZERO concern on this vehicle. The frame is void of any rust through, or repairs. The body fitment is incredible, with ZERO evidence of any panel replacement anywhere on the body, bonding strips in place, etc. The doors shut, hood, headlights all align as an original car should. This car is a great example of an extremely original midyear Corvette, which has never been fully apart, or totally restored; more importantly, nor has it needed to be! Hence, the car drives like an original should, remarkably! It's tight, and runs and drives out exceptionally. Everything appears to work on the car including the Coupe-specific rear exhaust fans (electric) work on passenger side. Several NCRS folks have given this car thorough once-overs, and most agree that it appears to be 50% or likely more original paint, and given that fact, it's in remarkable condition. A few areas have been blended, but nearly impossible to notice in natural sunlight. There are some very minor paint chips that have been touched up, and a couple very minor thin spots in the paint, but it shows extremely well even with a few minor blemishes. Chrome and trim is all in excellent condition. Bumpers show minor acceptable wear, but really nice for being 50 year old stuff. The original interior is still in the car (carpet, seats, dash, door panels) and it's all in amazing condition. The original spare is still under the rear of the car. The engine compartment has been correctly detailed and all proper componentry is in place. The engine runs great/smooth, etc. There is a small amount of smoke when the engine starts up, or isn't warm, but isn't anything to be worried about. The California black tag, NCRS date shipping report, and any title history/previous owner history/registrations/etc will be included with the sale. If you are looking for one heck of a nice mid-year Corvette Coupe, here's an excellent opportunity for a collector/investment grade car that you can drive and enjoy and not have $75-100K in it. I have been a licensed collector car dealer in Ohio for over 20 years, and I describe my cars fairly and accurately. You are welcome to send me a message through eBay and I will be happy to call you. I can help to arrange transportation within the US, or or potentially even overseas. Serious interest only. Sold as is, where is. $500 deposit due by Paypal, or cashier check within 48 hours of the close of the auction. Balance is due via wire transfer or cash only at pick up. Car will not be released until wire is confirmed or payment is received. You are welcome to have the car inspected during the course of the auction, or you may come see it yourself. The car is located in Galena, Ohio, approximately 20 mins northeast of Columbus Ohio. Thanks for looking and email with any questions.